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Calumet, IA

Iowa

Calumet is a small town in Iowa with a population of 131. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
131 Population 485/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $39,726 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
$475 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $475/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

How Calumet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population131
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$39,726
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.0%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,441 ft (439 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries6

Is Calumet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calumet receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Calumet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calumet is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calumet is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Calumet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Calumet has a population of 131 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

131
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Calumet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calumet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calumet is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Calumet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,726
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Calumet is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Calumet, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Calumet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33
Calumet has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,441 ft (439 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates42.9450°N, 95.5514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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